Honors Chemistry

Wk #8: 
Sep. 7 - 11, 2026

Essential Question

a) How can the properties and behavior of matter be explained by the development of atomic theory and our current understanding of atomic structure?

b) How do my daily decisions influence my learning, safety, and the success of our classroom community?

Learning Target

a) I can analyze the development of atomic theory and use evidence about atomic structure to explain and predict the properties and behavior of matter.

b) I can make responsible decisions by following expectations, communicating, and taking ownership of my learning and behavior.
Date Assigned
Assignments
Due Date
Absent Date

Cellphone Roster

1. Check the cell phone roster to make sure your cellphone is in the correct cell phone pocket on the wall.
 
Mon.Aug.10
Tue.Aug.11

4a. Lab ~ Physical v. Chemical Properties / Changes

1. Get a copy of the laboratory exercise from Mr. Rice or click the link above.
2. Read through the laboratory exercise and ask any question when Mr. Rice reviews the instructions.
3. Review the "Lab Job Opportunities List" and decide on (2) possible roles you would lilke to perform.
4. Using the "Chemistry Team & Lab Station List," find your roster number, lab station & meet your group. 
5. At the lab station collectively assign jobs & complete the lab with your team.
6. Clean lab station and return all items (clean & dry) to the appropriate location in the front of the classroom.
Wed.Aug.12 & Thu.Aug.13
No Make-Up
Wed.Aug.12
Thu.Aug.13

4b. Activity ~ The Black Box (Matter & Atomic Theory)

1. Get a copy of the activity worksheet from Mr. Rice or click the link above.
2. Read through the activity and ask any question when Mr. Rice reviews the instructions.
3. Follow instructions to complete the assignment to the best of your ability.
7. Submit your work to Mr. Rice on the assigned due date.
Fri.Aug.14
No Make-Up
Wed.Aug.12
Thu.Aug.13

4c. Project ~ Atomic History

1. Get a copy of the project worksheet from Mr. Rice or click the link above.
2. Read through the project and ask any question when Mr. Rice reviews the instructions.
3. Follow instructions to complete the assignment to the best of your ability.
7. Submit your work to Mr. Rice on the assigned due date.
Mon.Aug.17 & Tue.Aug.18
Absent: Aug.19 & Aug.20
**QUIZ**

Q2. Quiz ~ Laboratory Equipment

1. Take time to review your laboratory Safety Contract.
2. Log-on to your Formative Account and wait for Mr. Rice to assign and give the password to the assessment.
3. Take the formative quiz and answer the questions to the best of your knowledge.
Fri.Aug.14
Absent: Sep.4